Hey everyone,
I am beginning to make a school list for this coming cycle. I just got my mcat score today. I am an Illinois resident from a school in the 140-200 rank in US News rankings. I would like comments on my school list and feedback on my general chances to get into medical school. I am an ORM.
Research:
- I have 3 years of research and starting a research tech position in June for a job during my gap year. No Pubs though, posters in school research forum, and I received one nationally competitive research grant.
- Held two competitive industrial research and development internships at a fortune 100 company.
Volunteer:
- Volunteer tutor to underserved elementary school students for 3 years and served on the board of the organization. (most significant activity): 150ish hours
- volunteer lab assistant at a high school class: 2 years: 50 hours
Clinical:
- Hospital volunteer hours: 150 hours, going to continue volunteer during the cycle.
- EMT-B never used it though
- shadowing: 50ish hours w/ pediatrician.
School List:
All Illinois schools except SIU
WashU
Penn
U of Cincinnati
Hopkins
Michigan
I also receive FAP, so definitely would like to use all 16 free primary apps. More schools to add to the list would be appreciated.
@gyngyn and
@Goro I would love the adcom members of SDN's advice as well!